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enhttp://wamc.org/feeds/term/3774/rss.xmlThe Polar Express: Running On Time For 30 Yearshttp://wamc.org/post/polar-express-running-time-30-years
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the city atop the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish.</span></p><p>For millions of readers worldwide, Chris Van Allsburg's mysterious journey to the North Pole has become a beloved classic and there is a new 30th anniversary edition this year with a new jacket design and expanded interior layout. The book also includes an author’s note, downloadable audio read by Liam Neeson, and golden "All Aboard" ornament.</p><p>Wed, 23 Dec 2015 16:33:00 +0000Joe Donahue130337 at http://wamc.orgThe Polar Express: Running On Time For 30 YearsThe Further Adventures Of Ebenezer Scroogehttp://wamc.org/post/further-adventures-ebenezer-scrooge
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>On a hot summer day some twenty years after he was famously converted to kindness, Ebenezer Scrooge still roams the streets of London, spreading Christmas cheer, much to the annoyance of his creditors, nephew, and his employee Bob Cratchit. However, when Scrooge decides to help his old friend and former partner Jacob Marley, as well as other inhabitants of the city, he will need the assistance of the very people he’s annoyed. He’ll also have to call on the three ghosts that visited him two decades earlier. By the time they’re done, they’ve convinced everyone to celebrate Christmas all year long by opening their wallets, arms, and hearts to those around them.</p><p>Written in uncannily Dickensian prose, Charlie Lovett’s <em>The Further Adventures of Ebenezer Scrooge </em>is both a loving and winking tribute to the Victorian classic, perfect for readers of A Christmas Carol and other timeless holiday tales.</p><p>Wed, 23 Dec 2015 16:12:00 +0000Joe Donahue130393 at http://wamc.orgThe Further Adventures Of Ebenezer ScroogeChip Davis Of Mannheim Steamrollerhttp://wamc.org/post/chip-davis-mannheim-steamroller
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>Mannheim Steamroller’s Christmas is a very popular holiday tradition. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the group's annual tour. They have a new album out as well.</p><p>Grammy Award-winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. The spirit of the season comes alive with the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller music.</p><p>Chip Davis has sold over 40 million records - 27 million in the Christmas genre - making the group one of the top 50 biggest selling musical artists of all time and the biggest selling Christmas artist of all time.</p><p>Tue, 15 Dec 2015 15:33:00 +0000Joe Donahue129900 at http://wamc.orgChip Davis Of Mannheim SteamrollerSharon Jones And The Dap Kings Bring Holiday Soul To The Egghttp://wamc.org/post/sharon-jones-and-dap-kings-bring-holiday-soul-egg
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.sharonjonesandthedapkings.com/">Sharon Jones and The Dap Kings</a> have just released a new record, <em>It’s A Holiday Soul Party</em>. Their previous album, <em>Give the People What They Want</em> was nominated for a Grammy Award. The new Christmas album features soul revivals of holiday classics and original songs like “There Ain’t No Chimneys in the Projects” and “8 Days (of Hanukkah).”</p><p>Sharon Jones and The Dap Kings are performing at <a href="http://www.theegg.org">The Egg</a> in Albany, NY this Saturday, December 5th at 7:30pm -- bringing their inimitable energy and sound to the stage of The Hart Theatre. They are also guests on “Michael Bublé’s Christmas in Hollywood” which will air on NBC on December 10th. The Dap Kings blast and blare, side-step and put on a great show at the center of which is the incredible vigor of Sharon Jones - providing lead vocals and more power than seems possible.</p><p>Wed, 02 Dec 2015 15:10:00 +0000Sarah LaDuke128859 at http://wamc.orgSharon Jones And The Dap Kings Bring Holiday Soul To The EggAnd A Puppy In A Pear Treehttp://wamc.org/post/and-puppy-pear-tree
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>W. Bruce Cameron's <em>The Dogs of Christmas</em> is a charming and heartwarming holiday tale that explores the power of love, trust, and a basket full of puppies.</p><p>While nursing a broken heart, Josh Michaels is outraged when a neighbor abandons his very pregnant dog, Lucy, at Josh’s Colorado home. But Josh can’t resist Lucy’s soulful brown eyes, and though he’s never had a dog before, he’s determined to do the best he can for Lucy—and her soon-to-arrive, bound-to-be-adorable puppies.</p><p>W. Bruce Cameron's other books include <em> A Dog's Purpose</em>, <em> A Dog's Journey</em>, and <em>8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter</em>.</p><p>Tue, 23 Dec 2014 15:35:00 +0000Joe Donahue80273 at http://wamc.orgAnd A Puppy In A Pear Tree'Does Santa Exist?: A Philosophical Investigation' By Eric Kaplanhttp://wamc.org/post/does-santa-exist-philosophical-investigation-eric-kaplan
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>Metaphysics isn’t ordinarily much of a laughing matter. But in the hands of acclaimed comedy writer and scholar Eric Kaplan, a search for the truth about old St. Nick becomes a deeply insightful, laugh-out-loud discussion of the way some things exist but may not really be there. Just like Santa and his reindeer.</p>Mon, 22 Dec 2014 16:33:00 +0000Joe Donahue105339 at http://wamc.org'Does Santa Exist?: A Philosophical Investigation' By Eric KaplanAlbany Pro Musica's "Christmas Around the World" Concertshttp://wamc.org/post/albany-pro-musicas-christmas-around-world-concerts
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.albanypromusica.org">Albany Pro Musica</a> – a community chorus performing at a professional level - was founded in 1981 by Dr. David Griggs-Janower who remained the group’s Artistic Director until he passed away in August 2013. This season coincides with the debut of APM’s newly appointed Artistic Director José Daniel Flores-Caraballo.</p><p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>Now entering its 34th season, Albany Pro Musica is known for its mastery of intimate a cappella works while also being recognized for its presentation of large scale choral orchestral works. In addition to performing a series of subscription concerts each year, Albany Pro Musica participates in civic, educational and community musical events, regularly partnering with local high schools as well as the Albany Symphony Orchestra and the Cathedral of All Saints Music Series.</p><p>Albany ProMusica was recently named the “chorus-in-residence” at <a href="http://www.troymusichall.org">Troy Savings Bank Music Hall </a>and they’ll present a concert entitled <em>Christmas Around the World</em> on Dec. 13 and 14 at the Carondelet Hospitality Center in Latham, NY. With a lot to talk about we are joined by Albany Pro Musica’s new Artistic Director José Daniel Flores-Caraballo.</p><p>Wed, 10 Dec 2014 15:35:00 +0000Ray Graf104682 at http://wamc.orgAlbany Pro Musica's "Christmas Around the World" ConcertsListener Essay - Thanksgiving Conversationshttp://wamc.org/post/listener-essay-thanksgiving-conversations
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.dianecameron.info/">Diane Cameron</a> is a public intellectual who writes and speaks about her private life with courage, compassion and humor from the Albany, NY area.</p><p>Tue, 25 Nov 2014 16:50:00 +0000Diane Cameron26911 at http://wamc.orgBasilica Farm & Fleahttp://wamc.org/post/basilica-farm-flea
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>Farmers, artisans, vintage collectors, and makers of handmade and quality goods will converge at the 2nd annual Basilica Farm &amp; Flea, the large-scale farm-stand and flea market taking place over Thanksgiving Weekend at <a href="http://www.basilicahudson.com/">Basilica Hudson</a> in Hudson, NY.</p><p>A local, artisan alternative to big box and mall shopping, Basilica Farm &amp; Flea showcases fantastic wares made by regional and very talented people.</p><p>The weekend kicks off with the Black Friday Soirée from 5 to 9pm on Friday, Nov 28th - which will offer attendees local food, music, and fun.</p><p>Here now to tell us more are Melissa Auf der Maur, creative director of the Basilica Hudson, Farm &amp; Flea’s farmer coordinator Lauren Giambrone (a farmer herself and maker of <a href="http://www.goodfightherbco.com/">Good Fight Herb Co</a>.), and <a href="http://hudsonriverexchange.com/">Hudson River Exchange</a> organizer Stella Yoon.</p><p>Fri, 21 Nov 2014 15:10:00 +0000Joe Donahue103495 at http://wamc.orgBasilica Farm & FleaSinterklaas In The Hudson Valleyhttp://wamc.org/post/sinterklaas-hudson-valley
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>In Holland, the event, “Sinterklaas” has ushered in the season of joy and sharing and created childhood memories for centuries. And in colonial times, it was the one shared celebration that took place annually in New Amsterdam (now New York).</p><p>Drawing on the Hudson Valley’s Dutch roots, Sinterklaas in the Hudson Valley is entering its seventh year as a unique, community-built cultural event. It now takes place over two weekends in Kingston on Saturday, November 29th and December 6th in Rhinebeck.</p><p>Joining us on the Roundtable this morning to talk about Sinterklaas Hudson Valley, we welcome co-chair Susan Linn and Artistic Director of Sinterklass - Jeanne Fleming.</p><p>Mon, 17 Nov 2014 16:12:00 +0000Joe Donahue103187 at http://wamc.orgSinterklaas In The Hudson Valley